Building Technician

Mesodyne; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesodyne in Somerville, MA is seeking a Building Technician to own the HQ operations, keep the space secure, functional, and running smoothly so engineers and teams stay focused.

You will manage front desk, shipping, vendor relations, maintenance, space planning, safety, procurement, access systems, and coordinate with contractors. This full-time onsite role suits a hands-on, self-starting professional who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years in facilities management or a similar hands-on role.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Professional, warm, and clear written and verbal communication.
• Hands-on ability to troubleshoot building issues and coordinate with contractors.
• Proactive mindset and ability to anticipate needs.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing daily tasks and workloads.
• Physical ability to lift and move standard office packages and deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Front Desk & Security: greet, sign in, escort guests, maintain security protocols.
• Shipping & Receiving: manage daily inbound/outbound logistics and route packages.
• Vendor & Building Management: liaison with vendors, negotiate contracts, resolve issues.
• Maintenance & Repairs: track facility conditions, schedule repairs, coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Space Planning: manage office layout and workspace setup as team grows.
• Safety & Compliance: ensure fire, safety, and building code compliance; plan drills.
• Procurement & Expenses: purchase supplies, reconcile expenses, support AP workflows.
• Access & Security Systems: manage badge access, cameras, visitor logs.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor management

Security procedures

Logistics coordination

Hands-on maintenance

Communication

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Building management system

MS Office

Job description

Building Technician

Mesodyne builds compact, silent thermophotovoltaic generators - MIT-born LightCell tech that runs on any fuel and lasts 10x longer than batteries or engines. We serve industrial and defense customers with active contracts and a growing pipeline.

The Role

Own our Somerville HQ. You keep the physical space secure, functional, and running smoothly - from the front door to the loading dock - so our engineering and business teams never have to think twice about it.

Responsibilities

• Front Desk & Security: Serve as the first point of contact for the facility. Greet, sign in, and escort all guests, investors, and candidates, maintaining physical security protocols at all times.
• Shipping & Receiving: Own daily inbound and outbound logistics. Promptly log and route packages and mail so critical engineering components and sensitive materials never sit outside, get lost, or get damaged.
• Vendor & Building Management: Serve as the primary liaison with building management and external service vendors - cleaning, internet, maintenance, security - negotiating contracts and resolving issues quickly.
• Maintenance & Repairs: Track the condition of the facility, schedule and oversee repairs, and coordinate preventive maintenance for HVAC, electrical, and other building systems.
• Space Planning: Plan and manage office layout, desk assignments, and workspace setup as the team grows, including furniture and equipment moves.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain compliance with fire, safety, and building codes; run emergency preparedness planning and coordinate any required drills or inspections.
• Procurement & Expenses: Purchase and track facility supplies and services; collect receipts, reconcile corporate card expenses, and support basic accounts payable workflows.
• Access & Security Systems: Manage badge access, security cameras, and visitor logs, and keep protocols up to date as the facility evolves.

What You Bring

• Experience: 2-4+ years in facilities management, building operations, or a similar hands-on role - startup or fast-paced environment a big plus.
• Organization: You juggle competing priorities and vendors without dropping details.
• Communication: Professional, warm, and clear both written and verbal communication with investors, vendors, and the team alike.
• Hands-on: Comfortable troubleshooting building issues and coordinating with contractors and service providers.
• Initiative: You spot what's needed before anyone asks.
• Flexibility: No two days look the same, and you're fine with that.
• Physical: Able to lift and move standard office packages and deliveries safely.

Location

On-site, full-time, in Somerville, MA.